A History of Two Virginia Families Transplanted From County Kent, England

This book delves into the fascinating history of the Catlett family in the United States, tracing their lineage back to Colonel John Catlett, who emigrated from England in 1650 and settled in Virginia. Through meticulous research, the author pieces together the family's journey across generations, drawing on letters, court records, land books, and even cemetery tombstones. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of colonial America, offering glimpses into the lives of early settlers and their struggles against the elements and Native American tribes. The author paints a vivid picture of Colonel Catlett's prominence in Virginia society, serving as a justice, burgess, sheriff, and colonel of militia. As the family tree expands, the book explores the lives of subsequent generations, highlighting their contributions to society and the challenges they faced. From marriages and land ownership to military service and political involvement, the Catletts' story becomes a microcosm of American history itself. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling testament to the enduring legacy of one family and the indelible mark they left on the American landscape. By illuminating the lives and experiences of the Catletts, the author invites us to reflect on the importance of family history and its profound impact on our own identities. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.